A Nurse Planning to Speak with a Parent Support Group

question 25

Multiple Choice

A nurse planning to speak with a parent support group about childhood autism would include that:

• A) significant signs of the disorder manifest by 1 year of age.
• B) the earliest signs of autism are impulsivity and overactivity.
• C) autism is usually diagnosed when the child goes to elementary school.
• D) medications can cure childhood autism.

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Definitions:

Risk for Infection

A clinical judgement that an individual has the increased likelihood of being invaded by pathogenic organisms due to specific health or lifestyle factors.

Disturbed Body Image

A psychological condition where an individual has a deeply negative perception of their body size or appearance, which can affect mental health and behavior.

Nursing Diagnosis Statement

A clinical judgment about individual, family, or community experiences/responses to actual or potential health problems used in nursing.

Primary Care Provider

A healthcare professional who serves as the first point of contact for individuals seeking medical care and oversees long-term health management.